About JSS Science and Technology University Mysore
Written by L K Monu Borkala · Founder, OneCity Technologies · publishing Karnataka education directories since 2006 Last Updated: June 30, 2026 · Verified with AICTE, VTU and KEA data for 2026–27
JSS Science and Technology University (JSSSTU), Mysuru, is one of Karnataka's most prestigious engineering universities — established in 1963 as Sri Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering (SJCE) and elevated to deemed university status in 2016 under the JSS Mahavidyapeetha trust. NAAC A++ accredited (valid till 2029), NBA accredited across multiple programmes, AICTE and UGC approved, the university occupies a sprawling 102-acre campus within the University of Mysore campus area — considered one of India's most beautiful engineering college campuses. NIRF ranks JSSSTU in the 201-300 Engineering band nationally; The Week and Outlook place it among the top 25 engineering institutions in India. JSSSTU offers B.E., M.Tech, MCA, and MBA with an undergraduate intake of 1,180 seats. Its placement record — Rs 60 LPA highest, Rs 9 LPA median, 800+ offers — and recruiter list that includes Toyota, Volvo, Mercedes-Benz, Hitachi Energy, and Tata Elxsi, make it one of the strongest placement destinations among non-IIT engineering universities in South India.
JSS Science and Technology University Mysore — College Profile 2026
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Founded as | Sri Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering (SJCE), 1963 — elevated to university 2016 |
| Trust | JSS Mahavidyapeetha (same trust as JSSATE Bangalore and 300+ institutions) |
| Accreditation | NAAC A++ (valid till 2029) | NBA (multiple programmes) | AICTE | UGC |
| NIRF 2025 | 201–300 Engineering | The Week 2024: #21 nationally |
| Campus | 102 acres, University of Mysore Campus area, Mysuru |
| UG Intake | 1,180 B.E. seats | PG: 438 seats |
| Website | jssstu.ac.in |
Branches and KCET Cutoff
| Branch | KCET 2025 Closing Rank (GM) | COMEDK 2025 Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) | ~18,265 (last round) | ~9,069–15,742 |
| CS (AI & Machine Learning) | ~15,000–20,000 | Competitive range |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | ~25,000–40,000 | ~20,000–35,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | ~48,452 (2023 reference) | Higher range |
| Civil Engineering | ~1,02,358 (2023 reference) | Open range |
| Biotechnology / Other branches | ~6,000–9,500 (OBC/BC reference) | Varies |
KCET 2025 overall range (all categories): up to 2,11,864. Verify all cutoffs at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. JSSSTU is a university — it awards its own degree, not a VTU degree.
Admission — 2026-27
B.E. admission at JSSSTU is via KCET (Karnataka students) and COMEDK UGET (all-India). JEE Main is also accepted for select seats. Management quota seats are also available. M.Tech via GATE or Karnataka PGCET; MBA via PGCET; MCA via PGCET. As a deemed university with its own degree-awarding authority, JSSSTU frames its own curriculum aligned with NAAC and NBA standards.
Eligibility: Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics, minimum 45% aggregate (40% SC/ST/Cat-I/2A/2B/3B). For management quota seats, higher eligibility may apply — verify with the admissions office.
Fee Structure
| Route | Approximate Fee |
|---|---|
| KCET Government Quota (annual) | Rs 45,000/year (approx) — FRC regulated |
| COMEDK / Management Quota | Rs 1,50,000/year (approx) |
| Total B.E. fee range (4 years) | Rs 3.86L – 10.46L (varies by branch and quota) |
KCET quota fees are significantly lower. The Rs 8L median salary against Rs 1.5–3.25L/year fee is a strong ROI by national engineering standards. Verify exact 2026-27 fee with JSSSTU admissions office. Scholarships available for merit and need.
Placements
Placement 2024: 800+ total offers, highest Rs 60 LPA, median Rs 9 LPA. Top recruiters: Hitachi Energy, TCS, Tata Elxsi, Lenskart, PwC, Mercedes-Benz, Tavant, Micron, Mindtree, Tech Mahindra, Rakuten, Nestle, Redbus, Netcracker, Toyota, Toshiba, Nokia, Philips, Wipro, Volvo, Bosch, L&T, DRDO Labs, CSIR Labs. The automotive and industrial electronics recruiter list — Toyota, Volvo, Mercedes-Benz, Hitachi Energy — is particularly strong for Mechanical and ECE students. DPIIT-recognised startups (AIMLWARE Systems, Seedink, Tolshi Organics) incubated on campus reflect a growing entrepreneurship ecosystem.
Location and Infrastructure
JSSSTU is located within the University of Mysore campus area — surrounded by other premier institutions including NIE Mysore (5 km away), Mysore University departments, and research institutes. The 102-acre campus is considered one of India's most picturesque engineering campuses with extensive greenery, solar panels, rainwater harvesting, and a ban on single-use plastics. The campus includes well-equipped laboratories (Rs 4.58 Crore invested in new equipment in 2024-25), a library with Rs 1.15 Crore in resources, hostels, sports complex, cafeteria, medical facility, and auditorium. The JC Road bus stop is 900 m away; Mysuru Junction railway station is 5.1 km (11 minutes); Mysuru Airport is 14.4 km.
Key Considerations
JSSSTU (formerly SJCE) is one of Karnataka's most respected engineering universities — a combination of 60+ years institutional heritage, NAAC A++, Rs 9 LPA placement median, and a recruiter list that reads like an industrial engineering dream (Toyota, Volvo, Hitachi Energy, Mercedes-Benz). For students who clear the KCET CSE cutoff of ~18,265, JSSSTU offers a university-grade degree in a beautiful Mysuru campus at near-government fees via KCET quota. It competes with NIE Mysore (slightly more selective for CSE) and outperforms most Bangalore private colleges on placement median salary. The university's own degree (not VTU) is nationally and internationally recognised, strengthening higher studies and global employment prospects.
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Content verified against publicly available AICTE, VTU, KEA, NAAC, NIRF, and institutional data. Fees and cutoffs are approximate — verify directly with the university and KEA before admission. KCET ranks change every year. Published by L K Monu Borkala, founder of OneCity Technologies — publishing Karnataka education directories since 2006.